The artwork entitled “Shinnecock Hills, Summer” was created by William Merritt Chase around the year 1895. It is rendered in pastel and belongs to the Impressionism art movement. This landscape piece measures 45.72 x 55 cm and is currently held in a private collection.
In this serene depiction, the artist captures a vast summer landscape of Shinnecock Hills. Dominated by hues of green and yellow, the scene showcases lush grasses and sparse shrubbery under a clear blue sky. In the mid-ground, a few trees break the horizon, accompanied by subtle indications of distant human activity, adding a touch of life to the tranquil setting. The use of pastel creates a soft, diffused quality, perfectly embodying the ethereal light and warmth of a summer’s day.
